The Greatest Mistakes in History: Bloopers, Blunders, and Other Mishaps from History

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Simon Abbott

The Greatest Mistakes in History

Name: The Greatest Mistakes in History
Price: 30.95 AUD
Availability: PreOrder
ISBN: 9798217138425

Bloopers, Blunders, and Other Mishaps from History

Simon Abbott

$30.95

Paperback

Forthcoming
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English

DK Children
12 May 2026

History & the past: general interest (Children's&YA); People & places (Children's&YA); Educational: History

Dive into this hilarious history book and explore the wildest mishaps, miscalculations, and bloopers of the past.

History isn't just about boring battles and dusty dates - it’s also full of chaotic catastrophes and massive mistakes! From Queen Victoria’s coronation confusion to the Titanic’s infamous iceberg encounter, this fun history guide reveals the most strange and surprising stories from the past.

Perfect for gifts for kids who like history, this book brings the past to life with hilarious illustrations by Simon Abbott. Kids ages 7-10 will love uncovering weird but true tales of ridiculous rulers, engineering emergencies, and sporting slip-ups in a guide that proves even the biggest blunders can make for great stories.

Embark on an educational adventure through time with:

Humorous history: Discover comical errors, from trains built too wide for their tracks to royal wedding rings stuck on the wrong fingers. Vibrant visuals: Every page is packed with bold, colorful illustrations and visual jokes to keep young readers engaged. Educational value: Each chapter is filled with fun facts and fascinating statistics, making it a fantastic resource for school projects. Interactive layouts: Features sidebars with fast facts that add depth to the storytelling without being overwhelming.

Give the gift of laughter and learning, and find out how the biggest mistakes changed the world forever.

By: Simon Abbott
Imprint: DK Children
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 176g
ISBN: 9798217138425
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 12 May 2026
Recommended Age: From 7 to 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Simon Abbott is an author and illustrator who has been creating children’s books, games, and stationery for over 15 years. He specialises in bold colours and delightful characters of all kinds and describes his work as fun, fresh, and happy.